Had a talk with Mrs. Boss

[Headhunter]

2 hours ago, forty_caliber said:

 

 

After a lengthy discussion about flying sawdust, shop safety, and the purchase of specialty tools she remains undeterred.  I'm utterly flabbergasted.  Willingness to cross the shop threshold, approval to purchase tools, and getting sawdust in her hair...I must be in a episode of the Twilight Zone.  Imagine if you will....

 

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See my original comment on this thread!

[Masonsailor]

Order the universal tool rest from SS. It really makes a difference for the SS and turning. 
Paul

[forty_caliber]

6 minutes ago, Masonsailor said:

Order the universal tool rest from SS. It really makes a difference for the SS and turning. 
Paul

I've got this item on my growing ShopSmith wish list.  It may have to wait a month or two.  Once the main shipment arrives and I have a chance to get more familiar with it, I can prioritize adding items. 

 

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[Larry Buskirk]

25 minutes ago, Masonsailor said:

Order the universal tool rest from SS. It really makes a difference for the SS and turning. 
Paul

 

14 minutes ago, forty_caliber said:

I've got this item on my growing ShopSmith wish list.  It may have to wait a month or two.  Once the main shipment arrives and I have a chance to get more familiar with it, I can prioritize adding items. 

 

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 ... Better ask Mrs. Boss what other projects she wants to do with her SS. 

[forty_caliber]

Just for the record this is what I have so far....  Not sure what I really need at this point for her ShopSmith.  

 

556442 Quick-Index Quill Feed Handle (Deluxe Three-Piece Kit) ...   $56.90

555953 Accessory Storage Shelf ...    $96.42

 

555943 Shopsmith 11-Inch Band Saw ...   $599.00

505655 Shopsmith Mounting Base ...   $54.49

 

556212 Nova G3 Lathe Chuck Package ...   MSRP: $279.00   

Shopsmith Everyday Price: $219.95   

 

555915 T-Bolt kit

Kit, consisting of 555911, 555912, 555913 and 555914

Price $44.21

 

555868 All-Inclusive Lathe Tool Rest Package (includes Universal Tool Rest System and all 3 Specialty Tool Rests) ...    $329.89

 

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[Larry Buskirk]

@John Morris If you're ever going to talk me into one of these I'm going to need a pay raise. 

[John Morris]

6 minutes ago, Larry Buskirk said:

@John Morris If you're ever going to talk me into one of these I'm going to need a pay raise. 

Done! 10 percent effective immediately!

[Larry Buskirk]

4 minutes ago, John Morris said:

Done! 10 percent effective immediately!

 

 ... Lets see now 10% of $00000.00 =  That just might do it! 

[John Morris]

Just now, Larry Buskirk said:

 ... Lets see now 10% of $00000.00 =  That just might do it! 

Glad I could help.

[Headhunter]

You will probably want to look seriously at these items as well for the bandsaw:

 

555645   Fence    $127.49

 

555488  Table Extension    $32.60   

 

Since we're trying to help spend YOUR money....

[forty_caliber]

12 minutes ago, Headhunter said:

You will probably want to look seriously at these items as well for the bandsaw:

 

555645   Fence    $127.49

 

555488  Table Extension    $32.60   

 

Since we're trying to help spend YOUR money....

Thanks for the suggestion.  I thought that the regular Mk7 fence and extension tables were interchangeable with the add-ons.  ???

 

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[Larry Buskirk]

26 minutes ago, Headhunter said:

Since we're trying to help spend YOUR money....

 

for her ShopSmith. 

[Masonsailor]

Since you are buying a Mk7 you will be getting the 520 fence system and a lot of other goodies like the double tilt system which is also very cool. From the looks of your list you have a great start ! A few SPT’s you will probably want on your future list is the 6” belt sander and the jointer. Very useful additions that can be picked up cheap on the secondary market like CL etc. One item I would suggest getting fairly soon is the adjustable stop collar. It really makes table adjustments easy and accurate. 
Paul

[Headhunter]

As I read the Shopsmith site about the bandsaw, the rip fence is available as an accessory. The fence and table extensions for the main tables will not fit the bandsaw.

[Masonsailor]

On the SS you don’t really need an extension table. You can adjust the main table so the top of the fence is at the same level as the band saw table and it makes an excellent extension/support for the band saw table. I have a roller which attaches to the top of the fence on the main table which works really well. 
Paul

[Headhunter]

5 hours ago, Masonsailor said:

On the SS you don’t really need an extension table. You can adjust the main table so the top of the fence is at the same level as the band saw table and it makes an excellent extension/support for the band saw table. I have a roller which attaches to the top of the fence on the main table which works really well. 
Paul

That would work great as an outfeed table. (Thanx for the tip.)  However, it does nothing for wide boards which is what the extension part is for.

[forty_caliber]

Update:

My sales person at ShopSmith called this morning and said that there had been a mixup of some kind with the supply chain and to expect another 2-4 week wait for shipment.  In all fairness, she apologized for the added delay and will be sending along a gift card as well.  

 

I'm convinced they are TCB under the circumstances brought about by C19. 

 

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[forty_caliber]

In the continuing saga of actually getting a Shopsmith, it has been alleged that they will start shipping units next week.  Back ordered way tubes are said to have caused the delay.  In the finest tradition of doubting Thomases everywhere, I'll believe it when I have a tracking number.

 

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[forty_caliber]

It actually happened.  Completed the transaction earlier this afternoon and have a tracking number.  

 

 

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Edited April 22, 2021 by forty_caliber
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[forty_caliber]

Arrived today.  I've got it moved to the shop but not unboxed as yet.

 

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